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By Ali Wetherbee Long, hot, sunny days. Farmers’ markets. Swimming. Fireflies. There’s so much to do, and so much time to just be. My family looks forward to summer all year long. We love outdoor concerts, evenings on the beach, and camping. I love the way time seems to recede, and the days all run together. With hectic schedules, sometimes we lose...

Whether you’re putting your kindergartner on the bus for the first time or watching your teenager drive off to high school, send them off on the right foot with these healthy, planet-friendly products! LUNCH PRODUCTS Litter-Free Lunches This is a complete lunch kit aimed at eliminating lunch box waste. No more wasteful ziploc baggies, aluminum foil, expensive juice boxes, or individually-wrapped packaged...

Whether you are sending your freshman off to college for the first time ever or just saying goodbye after a long summer break, set your (grown-up!) child up for success with these eight college must-haves: 1. Pack a Healthier Lunch On-campus food can be expensive and overly-processed, and one in four freshmen gain at least 10 pounds during their first semester of...

Fermented Cod Liver Oil (FCLO) is often called “Food for the Brain” because of its potential benefits to the brain and nervous system. Research suggests that the omega fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, in FCLO may play a role in healthy brain development in babies and children, as well as in reducing neurological and mental health symptoms associated with conditions such...

By Ali Wetherbee Emus, native to Australia, are flightless birds similar to small ostriches. They are a good source of high-protein, iron-rich red meat, with the added benefit of being low in fat and cholesterol. After the meat has been processed, the fat is used to make emu oil, an antioxidant-rich oil that can be used topically or internally to relieve a...

By Ali Wetherbee This Coconut Cream Parfait, adapted from a recipe by Celebrity Vegan Chef Jason Wrobel, is a fresh, delicious, easy breakfast, light lunch, or dessert. The coconut provides healthy fats and nutrients, while the protein powder adds lots of raw, plant-based protein and essential amino acids. With no added sugar, no grains, and no animal products, this is great for...